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April 20, 2026
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EU approves $92M for FAMOUS vehicle program

The European Commission has approved €79 million for Phase 3 of the FAMOUS program, led by Patria, to develop next-generation armored vehicles. With a total budget of €115 million,...

April 20, 2026
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UK Army tests tank-based anti-drone methods

The British Army has tested new counter-drone tactics involving approximately 350 soldiers, focusing on integrating armored vehicles with drone-based surveillance. The system creates a shared digital battlefield picture by...

April 18, 2026
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K9 Vajra-T to receive anti-drone kit

The K9 Vajra-T is undergoing a major survivability upgrade with a layered anti-drone defense system. This includes a Remote Weapon Station firing airburst ammunition, D4-based electronic warfare jamming systems,...

April 16, 2026
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JLTV: America’s next-gen tactical vehicle

The Joint Light Tactical Vehicle was developed by Oshkosh Defense to replace aging Humvees. It combines MRAP-level protection with enhanced mobility through its TAK-4i suspension system. The JLTV supports...

April 15, 2026
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NewSpace launches advanced UGV warfare system

NewSpace Research & Technologies has introduced a range of unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs) designed to operate within a layered, network-centric battlefield architecture. The lineup includes Vanguard for combat roles,...

April 13, 2026
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Finland Buys 112 More K9 Artillery Systems

Finland’s acquisition of 112 additional K9 Thunder self-propelled howitzers represents a significant enhancement of its artillery capabilities. The €546.8 million government-to-government agreement with South Korea includes spare parts, tools,...

April 12, 2026
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Bushmaster III: Next-Gen IFV Firepower Guide

The Bushmaster III, developed by Northrop Grumman, is a 35mm chain-driven automatic cannon designed for modern armored platforms. It provides enhanced lethality compared to earlier 25mm and 30mm systems,...

April 7, 2026
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France Donates APCs to Lebanon

France has completed the delivery of 39 VAB armored personnel carriers to the Lebanese Armed Forces, reinforcing Lebanon’s ground mobility and defense readiness. The handover, conducted at Beirut’s port,...

April 6, 2026
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Textron Wins $450M Deal for USMC ARV Program

Textron Systems has secured a major contract to develop pre-production units of the Cottonmouth Advanced Reconnaissance Vehicle (ARV) for the US Marine Corps. This next-generation platform is designed with...

April 6, 2026
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Patria Delivers AMV Simulator to Slovakia

Patria has delivered a full mission simulator for its AMV platform to the Slovak Armed Forces, significantly enhancing training efficiency. Developed with local partners, the simulator replicates real combat...